Monterey had already won four in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 3.3 runs), and they went ahead and made it five on Monday. They blew past the Jackson County Blue Devils 13-2. Monterey's hitters stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most runs they've scored all season.
Dawson Hedgecough was a major factor no matter where he played. On the mound, he struck out seven batters over 4.2 innings while giving up just one earned (and one unearned) run off two hits. Hedgecough was also solid in the batter's box, scoring three runs and stealing a base while getting on base in all four of his plate appearances.
In other batting news, Monterey let Brayden Reams and Evan Robinson loose on the outfield. Reams scored three runs and stole a base while going 2-for-2, while Robinson went 2-for-4 with four RBI, two runs, and a stolen base. Robinson is on a roll when it comes to stolen bases, as he's now stolen at least one in the last three games he's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Jake Rachford, who scored three runs and stole a base while going 1-for-3.
Monterey's victory bumped their record up to 7-4. As for Jackson County, they are on an eight-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-8.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Monterey will take on Stone Memorial at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Jackson County, they will be playing at home against Livingston Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
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